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LEGO Star Wars Imperial AT-AT vs LEGO Star Wars Republic Gunship (UCS)

Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.

By the numbers

The spec sheet.

Metric LEGO Star Wars Imperial AT-AT LEGO Star Wars Republic Gunship (UCS)
Rating 5/5 5/5
Pieces 6,785WINS 3,292
MSRP $849.99 $349.99WINS
Price per piece $0.13 $0.11WINS
Verdict Must buy Must buy
Best for Empire fans with both display space and budget — this is a centerpiece set, not a side piece. Clone Wars fans, Imperial-vs-Republic faction completionists, and UCS builders who want a ship with play features.

Pros & cons

What I actually noticed.

LEGO Star Wars Imperial AT-AT

Pros

  • Tallest UCS Star Wars set ever — over 24 inches
  • Openable cabin reveals AT-AT pilot stations and a speeder rack
  • Includes 9 minifigs with snowtroopers and Imperial officers
  • Posable legs hold real weight without sagging

Cons

  • Same $849.99 sticker as the Falcon — serious commitment
  • Front-heavy; needs to be set down carefully on display
  • Minifig roster is 'cool' more than 'rare'

LEGO Star Wars Republic Gunship (UCS)

Pros

  • Side doors slide open to reveal full troop bay with seating for 4 clones
  • Ball-turret gunner positions on the wings — the iconic 'pew pew' detail
  • Mace Windu, two clones, and a battle droid included
  • Retired since 2023 — secondary market up 60%+
  • One of the few UCS ships with genuine play features alongside display

Cons

  • Aftermarket has crossed $550 sealed
  • Heavier than expected — wall-mount is risky
  • Some sticker work on the cockpit windows

Made up your mind?

Pick a retailer.

LEGO Star Wars Imperial AT-AT

$849.99

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LEGO Star Wars Republic Gunship (UCS)

$349.99

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Comparison generated from our individual reviews. Pros, cons, and ratings come from full hands-on builds — see each review for the complete take.